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feet (3 m).
5. Do not use makeshift compromises during installa-
tion.
6. Do not remove bricks or mortar from the fireplace.
EXCEPTION (5)
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Masonry or steel, including the damper plate, may be
removed from the smoke shelf and adjacent damper
frame if necessary to accommodate a chimney liner,
provided that their removal will not weaken the structure
of the fireplace and chimney, and will not reduce protec-
tion for combustible materials to less than required by
the National Building Code. Consult with local building
authorities having jurisdiction before starting.
IMPORTANT: Warning Label Installation
A metal warning tag has been included with your
fireplace insert. This tag is to be securely installed in
a visible location on your fireplace so that it is known
the fireplace has possibly been modified to accept the
insert.
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The smoke
chamber must
be sealed using
noncombus-
tible material, to
prevent smoke
from re-enter-
ing the room.
The installation
must allow the
chimney system
to be inspected
and cleaned.
Chimney Liner
The cross-sec-
tional area must not
exceed 85 square
inches (550 cm
2
)
Chimney Con-
nector into the
first section of
the flue liner
Masonry
Fireplace
Drill flue collar to
permanently fas-
ten chimney con-
nector. A minimum
of 3 screws will be
required.
Insert
ST1027
Figure 8
Alternate Chimney Installation
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Metal Tag
ST1028
Figure 9
Place Metal Tag on Masonry Fireplace
UL103 OR A code-approved masonry chimney with
chimney liner.
1. This insert must be connected to a code-approved
masonry chimney or listed factory-built fireplace
chimney. When installation is to a factory-built
fireplace chimney, a direct flue connection will be
required. Contact the chimney manufacturer or lo-
cal building authorities for approved method. When
installation is into a masonry chimney, a chimney
connector of a minimum 24 gauge steel must be in-
stalled into the first chimney liner section. The cross
sectional area of the either type of chimney must
not be less than the inside cross sectional area of
the flue collar, nor shall it be greater than 85 square
inches (550 cm
2
). The chimney connector must be
secured with a minimum 3 screws at the flue collar
and each adjoining sections.
2. A chimney connector shall not pass through an attic,
roof space, closet, floor, ceiling or similar concealed
space. Where passage through a wall or partition of
combustible construction is desired, check with local
building officials for requirements in your area.
3. It is advisable to have your masonry chimney in-
spected for deterioration such as cracks and crum-
bling mortar before you install your unit.
4. To help ensure a good draft, the top of the chimney
should be at least 3 feet (914 mm) above the point
of penetration through the roof, and be at least 2 feet
(619 m) higher than any point of the roof within 10
Blower Installation
1. Remove screws from insert body, route cord under
body and through the cut out. Attach the blower with
the screws previously removed. (Fig. 10) Blower
unit should be removed occasionally, inspected and
cleaned.
BE SURE TO DISCONNECT POWER SUPPLY BE-
FORE SERVICING BLOWER.
2.
DO NOT REMOVE INSULATING MATERIAL FROM
FIRE BOX.
3. Install handle holder on left side of insert using
blower mounting screw. (Fig. 11)
